Épanchoir de Foucaud

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The Épanchoir de Foucaud is a siphon for water release from the Canal du Midi west of Carcassonne. The waters are used for the Épanchoir de Foucaud botanical garden. ()

Coordinates: 43°13'39"N, 2°19'12"E

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OccitanieFrance

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Épanchoir de Foucaud – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cité de Carcassonne, Basilique Saint-Nazaire, Carcassonne Cathedral, Pont Marengo.

2.6 miSE
Historic Fortified City
Cité de Carcassonne, Carcassonne
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2.6 miSE
1100s Gothic church with stained glass
Basilique Saint-Nazaire, Carcassonne
68 min walk • Nestled within the medieval fortifications of Carcassonne, the Basilique Saint-Nazaire stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural prowess. This basilica, a blend of Romanesque and Gothic styles, is a must-visit for anyone exploring the charming...
1.9 miSE
Catholic cathedral resembling a fortress
Carcassonne Cathedral, Carcassonne
50 min walk • Carcassonne Cathedral is a cathedral and designated national monument in Carcassonne, France. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Carcassonne and Narbonne.
1.7 miSE
Bridge
Pont Marengo, Carcassonne
45 min walk • The Pont Marengo crosses the Canal du Midi and links Carcassonne to the local railway station. The busy canal lock at Port Marengo is a tourist attraction as the canal boats work their way along the canal.
~40 ftS
Botanical garden
Épanchoir de Foucaud
1 min walk • The Épanchoir de Foucaud is a small botanical garden located in Pennautier just outside Carcassonne, Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon, France. It contains a collection of Mediterranean plants set about an épanchoir of the Canal du Midi, that is, a spillway for the canal's excess water. The garden is open daily without charge.
2.8 miE
Aqueduct
Fresquel Aqueduct
71 min walk • The Fresquel Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. Until its building, the canal crossed the River Fresquel on the level. Built in 1802–1810, the structure is near Carcassonne. It was built when the canal was rerouted to pass through Carcassonne.
2.4 miE
Canal
Déversoir de St-Jean, Carcassonne
61 min walk • The Déversoir de St-Jean is a weir for water release from the Canal du Midi immediately to the east of the St-Nazaire Aqueduct and northeast of Carcassonne.
3.8 miW
Canal
Épanchoir de Villeséque
97 min walk • The Épanchoir de Villeséque is a siphon for water release from the Canal du Midi immediately to the west of the single lock of the Villeséquelande Lock and southeast of the village of Villesèquelande.
3.5 miW
Aqueduct
Sauzens Aqueduct
90 min walk • The Sauzens Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. It is near the village of Villesèquelande, France.
3.4 miE
Canal
Épanchoir de Charques
87 min walk • The Épanchoir de Charques is a siphon for water release from the Canal du Midi east of the Fresquel Single Lock and southeast of the village of Villemoustaussou in France.
4.1 miW
Aqueduct
Elfaix Aqueduct
104 min walk • The Elfaix Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. It is near Villesèquelande France.